1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (38 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1968 ZAZ 966. 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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (72 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 400 | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZAZ |
| Model | 400 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
