1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 TR | 400 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4823 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
