1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 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 250 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Because 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saab |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
