1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Testarossa | Boxster |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |