1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 19 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1254 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT 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. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | F40 | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 114 L |
