1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 35 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 631 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 400 | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | 400 | LR3 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 86 L |