1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1964 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1964 Nissan Cedric is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 275 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 505 kg more than 1964 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Nissan Cedric 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, 1964 Nissan Cedric 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1964 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2540 mm |
