1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 573 kg more than 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | New Yorker | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 119 L |
