1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
