1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2008 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 21 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 287 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.

Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari F40 2008 GMC Canyon
Make Ferrari GMC
Model F40 Canyon
Year Released 1987 2008
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2936 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 472 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 259 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1104 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 72 L


 

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