1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 33 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 203 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 53 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 410 Superamerica | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
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 | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |