1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1994 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 15 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
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 | 1994 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 82 L |
