1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1978 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen 1302 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 588 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1978 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F40 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
