1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari F40. (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari F40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari F40. (721 Nm). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari F40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | F40 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
