1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 15 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
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 F512 M (499 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F512 M | 400 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 120 L |
