1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 20 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 335 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 57 L |
