2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 49 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Silverado | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 119 L |