1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 534 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 74 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 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | F40 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1337 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 71 L |
