1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 21 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 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 | 1350 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 120 L |
