1996 BMW 332 vs. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 33 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 BMW 332. (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 BMW 332. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 332 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
