1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon, 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 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 400 | Avalon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |