1989 Ferrari F1 89 vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, both 1989 Ferrari F1 89 and 1989 Plymouth Laser were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F1 89 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 (593 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 635 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F1 89.
Because 1989 Ferrari F1 89 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 1989 Ferrari F1 89. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser, 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.
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1989 Ferrari F1 89 | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
Model | F1 89 | Laser |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 593 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 12500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2140 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 960 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |