1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 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), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2012 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition 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 (721 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Expedition. 2012 Ford Expedition 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. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ferrari F40 2012 Ford Expedition
Make Ferrari Ford
Model F40 Expedition
Year Released 1989 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2936 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 640 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 721 Nm 494 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1263 kg 2517 kg
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 3023 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 106 L


 

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