1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (225 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (310 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari 400 | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 400 | Portofino |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 110 L |