1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 11 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 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari F40. (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari F40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari F40. (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari F40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotec |
| Model | F40 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1150 mm |
