1999 Audi R8 vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 39 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, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 1588 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1310 mm |
