1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 27 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 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Ferrari 400 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 400 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1979 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4823 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 392 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 22.4:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 118 L 90 L


 

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