1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1994 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 35 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 164 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. 1994 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1994 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Marcia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |