1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 2008 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2008 MG ZT-T is newer by 26 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 50 more horse power than 2008 MG ZT-T. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZT-T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 MG ZT-T. 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, 2008 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 400 | 2008 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 400 | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 65 L |
