1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1988 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 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 408 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1988 Fiat Regata. 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, 1988 Fiat Regata, 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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1988 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F40 | Regata |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
