1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 1989 Ferrari F40 and 1989 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ferrari F40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari F40 | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F40 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |