1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 17 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 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 333 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 1974 Avanti Avanti 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. 1974 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ferrari | Avanti |
Model | 410 Superamerica | Avanti |
Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |