1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1978 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 923 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1978 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F50 | 400 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 422 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 120 L |