1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 1955 Ferrari D 50
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 400 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari D 50 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari D 50. (262 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari D 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1955 Ferrari D 50. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 1955 Ferrari D 50 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 | D 50 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
