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Ferrari 400 I 4.8 V12 (340 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 470 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1900 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 (340 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most engaging variant, offering robust V12 power combined with the driver involvement of a manual gearbox, making it a more spirited grand tourer.
Fuel Economy
Despite the manual transmission, fuel consumption remains high due to the large V12 engine, making it an expensive car to fuel.
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 (340 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1979 |
| End of production: | 1985 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 340 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 70.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 470 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F101 |
| Engine displacement: | 4823 |
| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 18.5 l |
| Coolant: | 15 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 78 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.8:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6500 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 245 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.6 kg/Hp, 178.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4 kg/Nm, 247.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1900 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 486 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 118 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 |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 13.2 m |
| 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 | Ventilated discs |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 215/70 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 7J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
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