1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1990 Ginetta G33
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1990 Ginetta G33. (198 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ginetta G33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G33. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1990 Ginetta G33 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ginetta |
| Model | F40 | G33 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 41 L |
