1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 41 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 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1053 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 94 L |
