1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 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 251 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (149 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 338 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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 224 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
