1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Testarossa | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
