1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 1983 Porsche 959 is newer by 25 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Porsche 959.
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 | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 410 Superamerica | 959 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |