1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1987 Nissan Mid4
To start off, 1987 Nissan Mid4 is newer by 28 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 10 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Mid4. (325 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Mid4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 186 kg more than 1987 Nissan Mid4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Nissan Mid4 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, 1987 Nissan Mid4 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, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Mid4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1987 Nissan Mid4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Mid4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
