1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB

To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 28 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 208 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 174 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 400.

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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Ferrari 400 2006 Isuzu KB
Make Ferrari Isuzu
Model 400 KB
Year Released 1978 2006
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4823 cc 2405 cc
Horse Power 335 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 422 Nm 207 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.6:1
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 2004 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3060 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 76 L


 

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