1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 965. (317 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 202 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 965. (459 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 965.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F40 | 965 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1465 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
