1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 10 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 250 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 303 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF. 1967 Alvis TF has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Alvis TF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1967 Alvis TF | |
Make | Ferrari | Alvis |
Model | 410 Superamerica | TF |
Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |