1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 20 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 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (242 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 267 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 (721 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F40 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2687 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
