1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 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 502 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee 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 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. 1997 Jeep Cherokee 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. 1997 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F40 | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | F40 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
