1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 22 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 84 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Testarossa | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 119 L |
