1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 45 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 187 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 39 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 90 L |
