1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 50 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911. 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
