1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 41 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 400 Superamerica | W12 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 590 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |