1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1966 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 2300 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 506 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 47 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 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1966 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F40 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
