1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 9 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 488 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 539 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | F40 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
