1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 55 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 230 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 123 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 410 Superamerica | 118 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |