1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 53 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 2 more horse power than 2012 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S4.
Because 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 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 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 400 Superamerica | S4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
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 | 333 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 | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 64 L |