1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 107 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 BB | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3179 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |
