1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 44 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 267 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Solara weights approximately 133 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, 2001 Toyota Solara, 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 410 Superamerica | Solara |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |