1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 26 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 400 | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 400 | F430 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 465 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 95 L |