1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 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 49 more horse power than 2009 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Falcon. 2009 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |
