1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 590 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 1900 | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 119 L |