1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Phantom |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3965 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6091 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1638 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 100 L |