1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 21 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 179 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 751 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. 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, 2000 Acura EL, 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Acura |
| Model | 400 | EL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |
