1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 34 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2012 Ferrari 599.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 9000 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 | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 105 L |
