1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 20 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 622 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 106 L |
