1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 51 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 136 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | A3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 60 L |
