1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 47 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 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Lexus SC. 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, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC 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 | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | SC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 75 L |
