1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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 218 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 447 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Honda Fit, 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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Fit |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 40 L |