1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 703 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
