1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | F40 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
