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Ferrari F 40 2.9 1987

General information

ModelFerrari F 40 2.9
Year1987
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating54 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2936 ccm (179.15 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel city driving19.2 litres/100 km (12.25 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving9.4 litres/100 km (24.94 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving9.7 litres/100 km (24.25 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement2936 ccm (179.15 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power479.00 PS (352 kW or 472 HP) at 7000 Rev. per min.
Max torque575.00 Nm (58.6 kgf-m or 424.1 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression7.7:1
Bore x stroke82.0 x 69.5 mm (3.2 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemDry sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)4.1 seconds
0-60 miles3.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.4355 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4670 litres (1,234 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (456.7 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1104 kg (2,433.9 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1980 mm (78.0 inches)
Overall height1130 mm (44.5 inches)
Ground clearance320 mm (12.6 inches)
Wheelbase2650 mm (104.3 inches)
Fuel capacity120.0 litres (31.70 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
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