1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2004 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Sienna.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Ferrari 400 2004 Toyota Sienna
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 400 Sienna
Year Released 1976 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4823 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 340 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 422 Nm 273 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1896 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2910 mm


 

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