1987 Ferrari GTO vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
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 GTO (904 Nm) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari GTO | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | GTO | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 904 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1295 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
