1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 47 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 91 more horse power than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 461 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 79 L |