1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 52 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Audi A7. (310 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A7 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2011 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 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, 2011 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2011 Audi A7 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. 2011 Audi A7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2011 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | A7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 75 L |
