1981 Citroen LN vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 587 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ferrari F40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | LN | F40 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 120 L |
