1977 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 400 (336 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 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 1977 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, 1977 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Acura |
| Model | 400 | TL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1330 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
