1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Tempo 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 525 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
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, 1988 Ford Tempo, 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 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F40 | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
