1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1978 Tatra T613
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Tatra T613 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 139 more horse power than 1978 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1978 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1978 Tatra T613. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 400 | 1978 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Ferrari | Tatra |
Model | 400 | T613 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |