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Ferrari 400 I 4.8 V12 (310 Hp)
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Ferrari 400:
The Ferrari 365 GT4 2+2, Ferrari 400 and Ferrari 412 are a series of four-seater grand touring cars made by Italian manufacturer Ferrari between 1972 and 1989. The three cars are closely related, with the name changes reflecting mainly engine changes and styling revisions. It has a front-mounted V12 engine which drives the rear wheels.
Following Ferrari practice, their numeric designations refer to their engines' single-cylinder displacement expressed in cubic centimetres. The 365 GT4 2+2 was introduced in 1972 to replace the 365 GTC/4. It then evolved into the 400, the first Ferrari available with an automatic transmission. In 1979 the 400 was replaced by the fuel injected 400 i. The improved 412 ran from 1985 to 1989, bringing to an end Ferrari's longest-ever production series....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Ferrari 400 (I). With a weight of 1830 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 245 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Ferrari 400 I was produced before the establishment of Euro NCAP testing protocols, and therefore, no official safety rating is available. Safety features are rudimentary by modern standards.
4.8 V12 (310 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A capable and enjoyable manual grand tourer, providing a good balance of power and driver engagement, suitable for those who prefer a more hands-on experience.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is poor, a common characteristic for high-performance V12 engines of this era, demanding a significant fuel budget.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Elegant, understated Pininfarina styling
- • Smooth and powerful V12 engine for grand touring
- • Luxurious and comfortable 2+2 interior
- • Relatively rare and unique Ferrari model
Cons:
- • High running and maintenance costs typical of classic Ferraris
- • Automatic transmission can feel dated compared to modern units
- • Not as overtly sporty or iconic as other Ferrari models
- • Complex fuel injection system (Bosch K-Jetronic) can be tricky to maintain
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ferrari |
| Model: | 400 |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.8 V12 (310 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1979 |
| End of production: | 1985 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 310 Hp @ 6500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 64.3 Hp/l |
| Engine Model/Code: | F101 |
| Engine displacement: | 4823 |
| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 18.5 l |
| Coolant: | 15 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 78 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 245 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.9 kg/Hp, 169.4 Hp/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1830 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 120 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4810 mm mm |
| Width: | 1798 mm mm |
| Height: | 1314 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1470 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1500 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Tires size | 215/70 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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