1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 17 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 541 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Smart |
| Model | F40 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 35 L |
