1992 Dodge Stealth vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1992 Dodge Stealth is newer by 7 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1992 Dodge Stealth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Stealth | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Stealth | 400 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
