1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger 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 95 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Challenger. (305 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 492 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Challenger. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Challenger. 2012 Dodge Challenger 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. 2012 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1923 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
