1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1958 Toyota Crown

To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown 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 591 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ferrari F40 1958 Toyota Crown
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model F40 Crown
Year Released 1989 1958
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2936 cc 1453 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 640 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 721 Nm 108 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1263 kg 1250 kg
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2540 mm


 

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