1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 47 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 232 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 680 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Transporter |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 80 L |