1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 28 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 754 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 400. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 400 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 104 L |
