1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 622 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F40 | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 120 L |
