1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 33 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 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 | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | F355 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 82 L |
