1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 2001 Ford TE-50
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 21 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Ford TE-50. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford TE-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 400 | 2001 Ford TE-50 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 400 | TE-50 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4821 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |