1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1968 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1968 Ford Fairlane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 Ford Fairlane. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1968 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 40 L |
