1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 98 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1064 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra. 2012 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
