1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 925 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | Lancia 037 | 412 GT |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |