1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 17 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
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 | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 400 | 550 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
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 | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 114 L |