1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports. (621 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 978 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 Supersports 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 Supersports (800 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari F40. (721 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari F40. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Ferrari F40 | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Ferrari | Bentley |
Model | F40 | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
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 | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 721 Nm | 800 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 2241 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |