1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1979 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Florian 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 209 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Florian. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1979 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 400 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
