2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 11 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 Ferrari 550. (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ferrari 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 427 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 (721 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 550. (563 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 550 | F40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 640 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 74 L |
