1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1962 Ford Capri
To start off, 1962 Ford Capri is newer by 5 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) has 341 more horse power than 1962 Ford Capri. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 294 kg more than 1962 Ford Capri. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Capri. (185 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1962 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Capri |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| 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 | 59 HP |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
