1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Steyr Haflinger 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 445 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
| Model | F40 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1510 mm |
