1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 29 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 125 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (210 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred, 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) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (272 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |
