1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 163 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208. 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 208 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
