1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1966 Holden HD is newer by 9 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 278 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 47 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | HD |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
