1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 33 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 177 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX 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. 2012 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Acura |
| Model | 400 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 79 L |
