1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 1999 Vector M12
To start off, 1999 Vector M12 is newer by 19 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. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Vector M12.
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, 1999 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 400 | 1999 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vector |
| Model | 400 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4821 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
