2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari Enzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari Enzo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Enzo | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Enzo | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 658 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1305 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
