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Ferrari 400 Superamerica 1959

General information

ModelFerrari 400 SuperAmerica
Year1959
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3967 ccm (242.07 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3967 ccm (242.07 cubic inches)
Engine typeV12
Max power340.00 PS (250 kW or 335 HP) at 7000 Rev. per min.
Max torque305.00 Nm (31.1 kgf-m or 225.0 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Bore x stroke77.0 x 71.0 mm (3.0 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.2138 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4050 litres (1,070 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (468.5 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1590 kg (3,505.3 pounds)
Overall length4380 mm (172.4 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1310 mm (51.6 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2420 mm (95.3 inches)
Fuel capacity119.0 litres (31.44 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
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