1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 53 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 168 more horse power than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 143 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
