1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, both 1964 Austin Mini Cooper and 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,965 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 940 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
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1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | Mini Cooper | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 119 L |