1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 22 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1437 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-350. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-350. 2011 Ford E-350 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. 2011 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 2541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 125 L |
