1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 364 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari F40 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F40 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 45 L |
