1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-450. (399 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-450.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 662 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 2012 Ford F-450 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 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 142 L |
