1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1956 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Opel Kapitan 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 261 more horse power than 1956 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1956 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 375 kg more than 1956 Opel Kapitan. 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:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1956 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
