1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 300 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 247 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 410 Superamerica | 1900 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1883 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |