2009 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 50 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, 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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
Make Audi Ferrari
Model A4 400 Superamerica
Year Released 2009 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 3967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 71 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 119 L


 

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