2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (534 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 575 Superamerica | Boxster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 534 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |