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


 

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