1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 456 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
