1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 10 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 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 424 kg more than 1962 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 1972 Ford Gran Torino has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 6553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 76 L |
