1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 126 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 400 Superamerica | 365 GT |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
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 | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 100 L |