1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 400 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |
