1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 400 | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 400 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4821 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |
