1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1999 Ferrari 360 is newer by 10 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 3,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1999 Ferrari 360. (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 346 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari 360 | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 360 | F40 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3588 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1450 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 120 L |