1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1958 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1958 Ford 12 M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 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 1958 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 352 kg more than 1958 Ford 12 M. 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:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1958 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
