1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 25 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 157 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 400 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 58 L |
