1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | 230 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3060 mm |
