1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 55 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 99 more horse power than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 20 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
