1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari F40. (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari F40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari F40 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F40 | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |