1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 38 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 202 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 70 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Microbus |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |