1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 19 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2011 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 665 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Acura |
| Model | F40 | TL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
