1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500
To start off, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 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 Shelby GT500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500. (550 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 weights approximately 537 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500. (691 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | Shelby GT500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1800 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
