1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1962 Nissan Cedric 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 317 kg more than 1962 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
