1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 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 200 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (200 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 38 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
