1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 4 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 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 508 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 222 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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, 1993 Kia Capital, 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 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F40 | Capital |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
