1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 842 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2011 Chevrolet Express 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. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Express |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 117 L |
