1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 182 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 234 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 75 L |
