1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 31 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 400. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 400 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
