1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star would be higher. At 3,939 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. (317 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star weights approximately 196 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari F40 | 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | F40 | Flying Star |
Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 3939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 77 L |