1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 24 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 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | F40 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
