1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1989 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 208 is newer by 32 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 146 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 17 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1989 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | 208 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 120 L |
