1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 21 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 400 | Element |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 60 L |
