1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 34 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 746 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 400 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1566 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 80 L |
