1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z 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 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z. (251 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z.
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. 1979 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z has manual transmission. 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Zagato |
| Model | 400 | Ferrari 3Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
