1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX. 2012 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
Model | 400 | FX |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 360 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 90 L |