1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 618 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1957 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
| Model | F40 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
