1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 37 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 268 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 750 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight, 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, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2000 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Insight |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 123 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |