1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 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 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 189 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 960 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 400 | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
Model | 400 | VX220 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 54 L |