1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 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 15 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 67 L |
