1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo 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 571 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo, 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
