1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1963 Ford Consul
To start off, 1963 Ford Consul is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. 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 291 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 583 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. 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 | 1963 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Consul |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4962 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
