1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 51 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 118 more horse power than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 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 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| 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 | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
