1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1286 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 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2010 Maybach 62 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. 2010 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 62 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 110 L |
