1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1991 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1991 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | Lagonda | F40 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2936 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |