1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2003 TVR T 350 is newer by 44 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, 2003 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 486 kg more than 2003 TVR T 350.
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, 2003 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR T 350 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 | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 57 L |
