1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda 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 276 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 625 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda 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, 2011 Fiat Panda 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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 30 L |
