1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 56 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 33 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 777 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | A8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3122 mm |
