1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 26 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400.
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, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400. 1979 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 400 | 575 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 105 L |