2006 BMW 545 vs. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 545.
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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 545 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3967 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 119 L |
