1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 4 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 511 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 60 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara, 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 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara. 1992 Nissan Pintara has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Nissan Pintara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F40 | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
