2008 BMW 328 vs. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 46 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 104 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 119 L |
