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transmission, while the 400A used the Turbo-Hydromatic THM400 from General Motors. Of the 503 cars built, only 147 were manual and 355 were automatic, indicating the direction in which the market was heading. In 1979, the carburetors were replaced with Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection, resulting in the 400i. This car received further upgrades in 1983 including a new interior, a body-colored rear panel, and front fog/driving lamps exposed in the grille.

Produced

1976-1989

Engine Size Cylinders 0-60 mph Top Speed

4823 cc

12

7.1 secs

The 400 GT made its public debut at the 1976 Paris Motor Show to replace the previously popular 365 GT4 2+2 model. It shared a structurally identical chassis to its predecessor but subtle changes differentiate the two cars: a small body-colored spoiler is present on the lower edge of the nose and the iconic cavallino rampante was removed from the radiator grille. The interior was made more sumptuous; the seat upholstery, stitch style, and pattern were also changed. The 4.8L V12 was front mounted and able to generate 339 bhp, achieve 0-60mph in 7.1 seconds, and power on to just under 150 mph at a maximum. The 400 was the first Ferrari to have the option of automatic transmission; the 400 GT used a five-speed all synchromesh

149.1 mph

Power Output 339 bhp Transmission Manual or automatic Gears 5 Speed Length 189.4 in (4810 mm) Width 70.8 in (1798 mm) Height 51.7 in (1314 mm) Weight 3979 lb (1805 kg) Wheelbase 106.3 in (2700 mm) (Specifications refer to the 400 GT)

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