1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1959 Land Rover 109 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 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 328 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | 109 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
