1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 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 199 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 338 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 410 Superamerica | S |
Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |