1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 15 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari F40. (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari F40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 71 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari F40. (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari F40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Koenigsegg |
| Model | F40 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2659 mm |
