1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana 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 397 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana, 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari F40 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | F40 | Santana |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |