1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 202 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 258 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2008 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
