1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. Both 1980 Ferrari 400 and 1983 Ferrari 400 are equipped with a 4,823 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 306 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 400 | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 118 L |
