1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1976 Ferrari 306
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 306 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 306. (241 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 306 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1985 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 306. (265 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1976 Ferrari 306 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1884 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 65 L |
