1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 48 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 161 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Camaro |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 426 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 72 L |