1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 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 89 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 357 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 141 L |
