1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (232 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 167 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F40 | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 140 L |
