1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 400 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
