1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1956 Renault Etoile

To start off, both 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica and 1956 Renault Etoile were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Renault Etoile. (267 HP @ 28000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Etoile. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 415 kg more than 1956 Renault Etoile. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 1956 Renault Etoile
Make Ferrari Renault
Model 410 Superamerica Etoile
Year Released 1956 1956
Engine Size 4962 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 336 HP 267 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 28000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1000 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2410 mm


 

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