1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 330 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Statesman. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari F40 | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | F40 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 4140 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
