1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 22 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 484 more horse power than 2012 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 94 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, 2012 Seat Altea, 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Altea. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari F40 | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | F40 | Altea |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 55 L |