1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 24 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 400 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Xedos |
| Model | 400 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
