1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 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 343 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 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 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saleen |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | S7 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2692 mm |
