1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1996 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1996 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 F355 (364 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (240 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F355 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
