1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 163 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 410 Superamerica | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1903 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3001 mm |