1963 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. (251 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 95 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. 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.
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| 1963 Ferrari 250 GT | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GT | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 119 L |
