1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 14 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 363 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
