1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 2004 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Panoz |
| Model | 400 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 59 L |
