1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 70 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (330 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 48 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 410 Superamerica | Cayman |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |