1985 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. (150 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 925 kg more than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. 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 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
| Model | 412 GT | Sunbeam-Lotus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 40 L |
