1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 954 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. 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) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
Model | 400 | VX220 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 203 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 54 L |