1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 134 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (266 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 274 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Golf |
| 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 | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
