1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1642 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. 2012 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | F40 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 127 L |
