1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 50 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 96 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 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 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hummer |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | H3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 102 L |
