2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 24 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 360 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 360 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |