1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 10 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP) has 282 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 555 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 40 L |
