1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 M | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2416 mm |
