1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza 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 338 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 266 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | F40 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
