1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1954 Maserati A6G
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Maserati A6G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Maserati A6G 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 167 more horse power than 1954 Maserati A6G. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1954 Maserati A6G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 840 kg more than 1954 Maserati A6G. 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 | 1954 Maserati A6G | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 400 Superamerica | A6G |
Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2320 mm |