1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (336 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. 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:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 400 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 59 L |
