1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep Station Wagon 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 276 more horse power than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 130 kg more than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1946 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1959 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |