1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1989 Ford Falcon 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 280 more horse power than 1989 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 173 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Falcon. (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
