1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1976 Ferrari 400

To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.

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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Ferrari 512 TR 1976 Ferrari 400
Make Ferrari Ferrari
Model 512 TR 400
Year Released 1994 1976
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 4822 cc
Horse Power 423 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 501 Nm 422 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2710 mm


 

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