1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 2003 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 25 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 400 | 2003 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 400 | Maranello |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 105 L |