1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2011 Ford F-450 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 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 400 Superamerica | F-450 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 142 L |