1973 Audi Asso vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1973 Audi Asso is newer by 14 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 235 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Audi Asso | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | Asso | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2420 mm |