1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 1992 Porsche 928 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.
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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 400 | 928 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 86 L |