1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 34 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 70 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2010 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 73 L |
