1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 21 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Bentley Continental GTC. (600 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Bentley Continental GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari F40. (721 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari F40. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Bentley |
| Model | F40 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 2485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
