1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 230 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 189 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 410 Superamerica | Passat |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |