1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 37 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 55 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 114 L |
