1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 46 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari F40. (720 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari F40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F40 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1150 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
