1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Portofino would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. 2005 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1987 Lamborghini Portofino has manual transmission. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Portofino | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 53 L |
