1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos 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 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 135 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos, 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, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Eos |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 55 L |
