1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1947 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. 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 220 more horse power than 1947 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1947 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1964 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1947 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 66 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3030 mm |
