1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 930. (297 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 196 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 930. (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari F40 | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F40 | 930 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |