1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 1974 Ford Coin
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Coin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Coin 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 234 more horse power than 1974 Ford Coin. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Coin.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Coin. (146 Nm). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Coin. 1974 Ford Coin has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Ford Coin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 1974 Ford Coin | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Coin |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
