1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 24 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 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 93 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 400.
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 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. 2008 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 400 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |
