1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 15 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 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotec |
| Model | 400 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
