1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, 2009 Ferrari California is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari California weights approximately 195 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. 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, 2009 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2009 Ferrari California | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 500 Superfast | California |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |