1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 1973 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1973 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1973 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 1973 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 400 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
