1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1959 Simca Vedette
To start off, both 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica and 1959 Simca Vedette were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Simca Vedette.
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 | 1959 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
