1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 400.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 400 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | 400 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 392 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 93 L |