1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 48 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 100 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 495 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, 2005 Lexus SC (442 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC 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 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | SC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
