1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 400 | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |