1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 18 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 359 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 394 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari F40 2005 Volkswagen Touran
Make Ferrari Volkswagen
Model F40 Touran
Year Released 1987 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2936 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 472 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.5 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.7:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.1 seconds 11.9 seconds
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 1498 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 60 L


 

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