1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 54 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 703 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide 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. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
Model | 410 Superamerica | Rapide |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |