1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 is newer by 45 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 65 more horse power than 2002 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2002 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 197 kg more than 2002 Noble M12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2002 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Noble |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | M12 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
