1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 26 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 426 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 400 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 400 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 75 L |
