1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 578 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cherry. 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 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F40 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
