1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 20 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 400.
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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 400 | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 114 L |
