1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 177 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 20 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 80 L |
