1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1967 Porsche 912 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 618 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 400 Superamerica | 912 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 133 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 61 L |