1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 1975 Ford Torino is newer by 13 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 60 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, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Torino |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 87 L |
