1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 257 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 122 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 Mondeo, 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 2012 Ford Mondeo
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 410 Superamerica Mondeo
Year Released 1957 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4963 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 423 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Top Speed 261 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1247 kg 1369 kg
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 59 L


 

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