1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1962 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1962 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1962 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1962 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
