1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano 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 437 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. 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 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | F40 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 37 L |
