1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning is newer by 27 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) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (236 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 578 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 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) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (305 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 1976 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | 400 | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
