1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 17 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |