1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1989 Alpine V6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alpine V6 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
Model | V6 | F40 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2936 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |