1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1977 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Maverick weights approximately 156 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 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1977 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
