1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 16 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Ferrari F430. (490 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari F40 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F40 | F430 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 95 L |