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Ferrari F40 Competizione 3.0 V8 (700 Hp)
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Ferrari F40:
The Ferrari F40 is a mid-engine, rear-wheel drive sports car engineered by Nicola Materazzi with styling by Pininfarina. It was built from 1987 until 1993, with the LM, Competizione and GTE race car versions continuing production from 1994 to 1996 respectively. As the successor to the 288 GTO , it was designed to celebrate Ferrari's 40th anniversary and was the last Ferrari automobile personally approved by Enzo Ferrari. At the time it was Ferrari's fastest, most powerful, and most expensive car for sale....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Competizione Overview:
Ferrari F40 (Competizione). Weighing only 1040 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 367 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
As a limited-production, track-focused supercar from the late 1980s, the Ferrari F40 Competizione was never subjected to Euro NCAP safety testing. Its design prioritizes lightweight performance over modern passive safety features.
3.0 V8 (700 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This 3.0L twin-turbo V8 is an engineering marvel, delivering an astounding 700 Hp in a lightweight chassis. Its explosive power, rapid acceleration, and high top speed make it a formidable track weapon, offering an unparalleled visceral driving experience.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is not a consideration for this high-performance, race-bred engine. Expect very high fuel consumption, especially under spirited driving conditions, reflecting its extreme power output and track focus.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Extreme, race-bred performance and acceleration
- • Iconic status and significant automotive heritage
- • Incredibly rare and exclusive collector's item
- • Unfiltered, raw, and engaging driving experience
- • Stunning, purposeful design
- • Exceptional power-to-weight ratio
Cons:
- • Virtually no comfort or practicality for road use
- • Very high running and maintenance costs
- • Lack of modern safety features and driver aids
- • Demanding to drive at its limits
- • Extremely loud cabin noise
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(F40: 1987 - 1992).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ferrari |
| Model: | F40 |
| Generation: | Competizione |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 V8 (700 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1989 |
| End of production: | 1989 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 700 Hp @ 8100 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 238.4 Hp/l [177mm more] |
| Engine displacement: | 2936 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 69.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 7.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 367 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 1.5 kg/Hp, 673.1 Hp/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1040 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 120 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4535 mm mm [177mm more] |
| Width: | 1980 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Height: | 1150 mm mm [26mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2450 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1580 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1545 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
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