1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1998 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1998 Holden Statesman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1998 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Statesman weights approximately 420 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Statesman. 1998 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 1998 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | F40 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
