1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 19 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 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 400 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 400 | 512 M |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 500 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |