1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward

To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 620 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400.

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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (490 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Ferrari 400 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
Make Ferrari Rolls-Royce
Model 400 Park Ward
Year Released 1976 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4822 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 335 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 422 Nm 490 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 2450 kg
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 100 L


 

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