1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 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 89 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. (360 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 410 Superamerica | SL |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4582 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |