2004 Ferrari Superamerica vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Superamerica weights approximately 670 kg more than 1963 Renault Floride. 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, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Superamerica | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Superamerica | Floride |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
