1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 9 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari F40. (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari F40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 541 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari Maranello. (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari F40 | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F40 | Maranello |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 114 L |