2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 575M Maranello | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 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 | 1690 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 64 L |
