1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1963 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 119 L |
