1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 151 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (474 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400. 2012 Ford Taurus 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. 2012 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 72 L |
