1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 406 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 1972 Pontiac Firebird 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. 1972 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 110.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 182 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 | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
