1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 26 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 44 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 198 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Because 1985 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex. 2011 Ford Flex 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. 2011 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Ford Flex | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 400 | Flex |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 336 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 70 L |