1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 369 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
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 Nissan Altima, 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F40 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 76 L |
