1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 10 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 337 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 138 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, 1997 Ford Contour, 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
