1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 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 386 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 111 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari F40 | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | F40 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 37 L |