1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 32 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 5,978 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Maybach 62 (1,000 Nm) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400. 2008 Maybach 62 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. 2008 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
| Model | 400 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 5978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 110 L |
