1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 4,961 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 680 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
Model | 410 Superamerica | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1958 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |