1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 125 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Impala | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2420 mm |
