1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 920 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari F40 | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | F40 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
