1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1943 GAZ 10-73
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 GAZ 10-73 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 260 more horse power than 1943 GAZ 10-73. (75 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1943 GAZ 10-73. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 140 kg more than 1943 GAZ 10-73. 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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1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1943 GAZ 10-73 | |
Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
Model | 400 Superamerica | 10-73 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1943 |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |