1993 Ferrari 456 vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2001 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 456 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 456 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |
