1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 770 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2420 mm |
