1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 212 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1521 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Make Ferrari Mercedes-Benz
Model 410 Superamerica Sprinter
Year Released 1957 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4963 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 400 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 423 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1247 kg 2768 kg
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 6939 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2024 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 4326 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 100 L


 

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