1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 49 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 52 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 520 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chrysler |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 76 L |
