1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 9 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 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 473 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1998 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F40 | Life |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
