1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1978 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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.
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1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1978 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 365 GT4 | 400 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |