1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 49 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 815 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2008 Nissan Titan 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. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Titan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 106 L |
