1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 603 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari F40 | 1957 Seat 600 | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | F40 | 600 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |