1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F40 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
