1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 23 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 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 88 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (305 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 400 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 73 L |
