1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris is newer by 24 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, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2007 TVR Sagaris.
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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 TVR Sagaris. (391 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 TVR Sagaris.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | 400 | Sagaris |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 391 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 65 L |