1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2004 TVR Tuscan. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2004 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 96 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Tuscan. (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2004 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | F40 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 57 L |
