1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 23 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 483 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 531 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, 2011 Kia Carens, 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F40 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 55 L |
