1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 466 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 512 TR | F40 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |