1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 399 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 100 L |
