1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 400 | 1971 Honda Life | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 400 | Life |
Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2090 mm |