1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (584 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 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 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 296 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 | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2280 mm |
