1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 235 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | F40 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
