1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.
Because 1991 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 1991 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude, 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari F40 | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | F40 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |