1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 400 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3465 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 83 L |
