1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 36 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 30 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Acura |
| Model | 400 | TL |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
