1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 30 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 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 1979 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 55 L |
