1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2011 Audi R8 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 R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 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 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | R8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 90 L |
