2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 31 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.
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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400. 1976 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano 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:
| 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 120 L |
