1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1452 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 400. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 3282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 167 L |
