1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia

To start off, both 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica and 1958 Lancia Aurelia were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 285 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 570 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 1958 Lancia Aurelia
Make Ferrari Lancia
Model 410 Superamerica Aurelia
Year Released 1958 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4961 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2460 mm


 

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