1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 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 183 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 400 | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
