1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 1991 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1991 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari F40 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 512 more horse power than 1991 Honda Prelude. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Prelude weights approximately 10 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, 1991 Honda Prelude, 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 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Prelude. (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari F40 | 1991 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | F40 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |