1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari F40 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F40 | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |