1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 631 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Nomad | F40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |
