1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 29 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 162 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2010 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 400 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2642 mm |
