1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 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 512 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 929 weights approximately 245 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 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari F40 | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | F40 | 929 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
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 | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |