1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 2 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 343 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 86 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
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, 1989 Ford Corsair, 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
