1957 Ferrari 340 Spider vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. (297 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 740 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 340 Spider | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
