1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial. (158 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 500 Mondial | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 500 Mondial | 400 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
