1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 400 | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 400 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 602 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |