2008 Acura TL vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 48 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 78 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2008 Acura TL 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. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | TL | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
