1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 48 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2008 Maybach 57 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. 2008 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 57 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 110 L |
