2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1981 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 400. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 1981 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 612 | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 392 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 118 L |