1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 716 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | F40 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
