1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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:
| 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4962 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
