1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 34 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 71 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (264 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 85 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1993 Renault Safrane 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, 1993 Renault Safrane 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane 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 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 80 L |
