1967 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1967 Avanti Avanti is newer by 8 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 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1967 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Avanti Avanti. 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.
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1967 Avanti Avanti | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Avanti | Ferrari |
Model | Avanti | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 119 L |