1991 Acura Legend vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP) has 312 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 446 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend, 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | Legend | F40 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 472 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
