1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 17 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 228 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 480 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
