2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 40 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Guara | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |