1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 15 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 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 300 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.

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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ferrari F40 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
Make Ferrari Hyundai
Model F40 Tiburon
Year Released 1992 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2934 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 472 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.7:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 55 L


 

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