1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 270 kg more than 1958 AC 2-Litre. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | 2-Litre | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 119 L |