1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2013 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 53 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 80 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 409 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.

Because 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest 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 2013 Nissan Quest
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model 400 Superamerica Quest
Year Released 1960 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3967 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 336 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1999 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1971 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1854 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 119 L 76 L


 

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