1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 464 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
