1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2000 Vector M12
To start off, 2000 Vector M12 is newer by 24 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Vector M12.
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, 2000 Vector M12 (576 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm). This means 2000 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2000 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vector |
| Model | 400 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 576 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 | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
