1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 31 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 241 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2010 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
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1979 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ferrari | Tata |
Model | 400 | Safari |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |