1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 36 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 288 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 800 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1998 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Life |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
