1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari F40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F40 | 1984 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F40 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
