1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 22 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 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 287 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | 400 | Defender |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 93 L |