1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 19 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 316 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Honda Element, 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ferrari F40 | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | F40 | Element |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |