1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2009 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 22 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2009 GMC Envoy. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1331 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.

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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy. 2009 GMC Envoy 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. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari F40 2009 GMC Envoy
Make Ferrari GMC
Model F40 Envoy
Year Released 1987 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2936 cc 5328 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 472 HP 300 HP
Torque 575 Nm 435 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.7:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1104 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.2 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 83 L


 

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