1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 208 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
