1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 38 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 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 | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 400 Superamerica | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |