1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover 3500 weights approximately 327 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500. 1984 Rover 3500 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. 1984 Rover 3500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari F40 | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Rover |
Model | F40 | 3500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 66 L |