1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 780 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy. 1988 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F40 | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | F40 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
