1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
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 F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F355 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
