1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 35 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 49 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 284 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 400.

Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1978 Ferrari 400 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Ferrari Jeep
Model 400 Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1978 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4823 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 335 HP 286 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 422 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 2114 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4821 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2154 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1763 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2916 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 93 L