1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 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 64 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen CC 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | CC |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
