2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 44 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 612 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 119 L |
