2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Ferrari Maranello. (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ferrari Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 545 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari Maranello. (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari Maranello | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Maranello | F40 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 1645 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 120 L |