1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 126 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 910 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | GL |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 100 L |
