1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2005 Maybach 57
To start off, 2005 Maybach 57 is newer by 49 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 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. 2005 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2005 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | 57 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4962 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2220 mm |
