1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1989 TVR S2
To start off, 1989 TVR S2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 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 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1989 TVR S2. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1989 TVR S2. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR S2. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1989 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 400 | S2 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
