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Body style: Coupé (two-door)
Segment: Coupe
Production years: 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985

FERRARI 400i 1979-1985 13 Photos
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As emission regulation got stricter, in 1979, the Ferrari 400 got an updated engine. Instead of the 6 carburettors, the V12 received a Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection system.

This meant a greater improvement regarding emissions but it took the power down from 340 HP to 310 HP.

The later models featured different camshaft profiles and exhaust headers, thus the car got 5 extra HP.

The car featured a 4.8-liter V12 engine that was able to rocket the car to 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds. The engine boasted 311 hp and had a maximum torque of 412 nM. The power was delivered to the wheels through a 3-speed automatic gearbox. The official top speed was rated at 235 km/h.

While the exterior suffered minimal visual changes, like the “i” badge on the tail, the interior was refreshed and got a new upholstery, along with new door panels and an electronic switchgear.

The model retained the standard 5-speed manual (400i GT) and the optional 3-speed automatic gearbox (400i Automatic) or a 5-speed manual transmission. A total of 1,305 units were made.

Due to the America’s smog and safety regulations, the 400i never made it onto their market.

The 400i was replaced in 1985 by the Ferrari 412, with minor changes to the exterior and a slightly bigger engine, a 4.9-liter developing 340 hp.

FERRARI 400i 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985
  4 gasoline engines
  • 4.8 V12 3AT (310 HP)
  • 4.8 V12 3AT (315 HP)
  • 4.8 V12 5MT (310 HP)
  • 4.8 V12 5MT (315 HP)

FERRARI 400i
4.8 V12 3AT (310 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 4.8 V12 3AT (310 HP)
Cylinders:V12
Displacement:4823 cm3
Power:228 KW @ 6400 RPM
310 HP @ 6400 RPM
306 BHP @ 6400 RPM
Torque:289 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM
392 Nm @ 4200 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:149 mph (240 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):8.1 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:3-speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Ventilated Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:215/70 VR 15
DIMENSIONS
Length:189.4 in (4811 mm)
Width:70.9 in (1801 mm)
Height:51.8 in (1316 mm)
Front/rear Track:57.9/59.1 in (1,471/1,501 mm)
Wheelbase:106.3 in (2700 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Volume:17.2 cuFT (487 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.47
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:4101 lbs (1860 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4850 lbs (2200 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:8.1 mpg US (29 L/100Km)
Highway:13.8 mpg US (17 L/100Km)
Combined:11.6 mpg US (20.3 L/100Km)

FERRARI 400i
4.8 V12 3AT (315 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 4.8 V12 3AT (315 HP)
Cylinders:V12
Displacement:4823 cm3
Power:231.7 KW @ 6400 RPM
315 HP @ 6400 RPM
311 BHP @ 6400 RPM
Torque:304 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM
412 Nm @ 4200 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:149 mph (240 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):8.5 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Ventilated Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:215/70 VR 15
DIMENSIONS
Length:189.4 in (4811 mm)
Width:70.9 in (1801 mm)
Height:51.8 in (1316 mm)
Front/rear Track:57.9/59.1 in (1,471/1,501 mm)
Wheelbase:106.3 in (2700 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Volume:17.2 cuFT (487 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.47
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:4079 lbs (1850 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4850 lbs (2200 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:8.6 mpg US (27.4 L/100Km)
Highway:13.2 mpg US (17.8 L/100Km)
Combined:11.8 mpg US (19.9 L/100Km)

FERRARI 400i
4.8 V12 5MT (310 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 4.8 V12 5MT (310 HP)
Cylinders:V12
Displacement:4823 cm3
Power:228 KW @ 6400 RPM
310 HP @ 6400 RPM
306 BHP @ 6400 RPM
Torque:289 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM
392 Nm @ 4200 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:152 mph (245 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):7 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Ventilated Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:215/70 VR 15
DIMENSIONS
Length:189.4 in (4811 mm)
Width:70.9 in (1801 mm)
Height:51.8 in (1316 mm)
Front/rear Track:57.9/59.1 in (1,471/1,501 mm)
Wheelbase:106.3 in (2700 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Volume:17.2 cuFT (487 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.47
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:4079 lbs (1850 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4850 lbs (2200 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:7.9 mpg US (29.8 L/100Km)
Highway:13.8 mpg US (17 L/100Km)
Combined:11.5 mpg US (20.5 L/100Km)

FERRARI 400i
4.8 V12 5MT (315 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 4.8 V12 5MT (315 HP)
Cylinders:V12
Displacement:4823 cm3
Power:231.7 KW @ 6400 RPM
315 HP @ 6400 RPM
311 BHP @ 6400 RPM
Torque:304 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM
412 Nm @ 4200 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:152 mph (245 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):6.8 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Ventilated Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:215/70 VR 15
DIMENSIONS
Length:189.4 in (4811 mm)
Width:70.9 in (1801 mm)
Height:51.8 in (1316 mm)
Front/rear Track:57.9/59.1 in (1,471/1,501 mm)
Wheelbase:106.3 in (2700 mm)
Ground Clearance:5.5 in (140 mm)
Cargo Volume:17.2 cuFT (487 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.47
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:4079 lbs (1850 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4850 lbs (2200 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:7.9 mpg US (29.8 L/100Km)
Highway:13.8 mpg US (17 L/100Km)
Combined:11.5 mpg US (20.5 L/100Km)
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