1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 686 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari F40 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F40 | LTD |
Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3080 mm |