2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 27 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 71 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | SRX | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 412 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 120 L |
