1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (262 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 M | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3179 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
