1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 567 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F40 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 118 L |
