1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2012 Ford Focus

To start off, 2012 Ford Focus 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 240 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 77 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.

Because 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 2012 Ford Focus
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 410 Superamerica Focus
Year Released 1957 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4963 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 423 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4450 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1247 kg 1324 kg
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 4359 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1824 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 47 L


 

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