1995 Acura Legend vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 19 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | Legend | 400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |
