1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 29 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 145 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (350 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 400 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 65 L |
