1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1999 Noble M10
To start off, 1999 Noble M10 is newer by 20 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) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Noble M10. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Noble M10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1999 Noble M10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Noble M10. (220 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Noble M10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1999 Noble M10 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Noble |
| Model | 400 | M10 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
