1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 42 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 121 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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, 2005 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS 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 | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | LS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 68 L |
