1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1969 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 430 kg more than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 400 Superamerica | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 60 L |