1987 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1984 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 635 kg more than 1984 Reliant SE6. 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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari 412 GT | 1984 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
Model | 412 GT | SE6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |