2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (515 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 464 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, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 575M Maranello | Boxster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 265 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |