1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 400 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |
