1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1993 Ford Aspire is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 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 243 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aspire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 37 L |
