2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 456M is newer by 26 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 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 456M.
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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400. 1976 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 456M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 456M | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 456M | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 120 L |
