2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 46 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 132 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 114 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, both vehicles can yield 305 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Lumina | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 119 L |
