1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 51 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 143 kg more than 2009 Panoz Esperante.
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 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ferrari | Panoz |
Model | 410 Superamerica | Esperante |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |