1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 11 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 470 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Comodoro | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |