1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 16 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 225 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 400 Superamerica | 308 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2560 mm |