1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 37 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 934 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 400 | E-Series |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.06:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1511 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 150 L |