1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 400 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 400 | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |