1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari F40 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | F40 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2934 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 50 L |