2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 512 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | SSR | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 119 L |