1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 15 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 456 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 456 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |