1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic

To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic 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 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 496 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 236 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic, 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 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ferrari F40 1996 Toyota Picnic
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model F40 Picnic
Year Released 1989 1996
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 622 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 7700 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 720 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1104 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2740 mm


 

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