1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 18 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 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotec |
| Model | 400 | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1650 kg |
