1995 Audi RS2 vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1995 Audi RS2 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Audi RS2. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi RS2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi RS2 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1995 Audi RS2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi RS2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi RS2 | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | RS2 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
