2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Imaj is newer by 20 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 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Imaj.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400. 2000 Cadillac Imaj has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Imaj will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Imaj | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Imaj | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4821 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
