2007 Ferrari 612 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 612 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 Ferrari 612.
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 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 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 612 has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari 612 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 612 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 612 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 120 L |
