1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 16 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | EX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 54 L |
