1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1663 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 400 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2919 mm |