2003 BMW 320 vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 43 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 194 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 BMW 320. 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, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 320 | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 119 L |