1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 29 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 708 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 106 L |
