1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 148 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 261 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Golf |
| 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 | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
