1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 39 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 25 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F355. (375 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 103 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | F355 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
