1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 16 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman. 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 1976 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Statesman |
Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |