1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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 242 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 74 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, 2013 Ford Focus, 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Focus |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| 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 | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 47 L |
