1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 35 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 54 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | 400 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |
