1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2007 Hummer H2
To start off, 2007 Hummer H2 is newer by 28 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hummer H2 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, 2007 Hummer H2 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, 2007 Hummer H2 (496 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2007 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hummer |
| Model | 400 | H2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 121 L |
