1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 737 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
