1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 32 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 729 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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.
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1978 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Ferrari | Koenigsegg |
Model | 400 | CCXR |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |