1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri 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 521 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Capri weights approximately 82 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) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (95 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 95 Nm |
| 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 | 1182 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 54 L |
