1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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 F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F40 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
