2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 192 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Lumina | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 119 L |
