1997 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1997 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 18 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1997 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari Maranello | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Maranello | 400 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 118 L |