1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 13 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 488 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 556 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F40 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
