1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
Model | 3000 | F40 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2936 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 120 L |