1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G 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 347 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 776 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
Because 1988 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1988 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F40 | G |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
