1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 30 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 174 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 145 kg more than 1992 Ford Falcon. 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2800 mm |
