2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1978 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 28 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1978 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Magnum | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 120 L |
