1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | S-10 | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2420 mm |