1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 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 302 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 940 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | P 50 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2030 mm |
