1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 482 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 414 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic 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. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F40 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 50 L |
