1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 26 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 314 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 335 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, 2013 Dodge DART, 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | F40 | DART |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
