1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 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 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 630 kg more than 1999 TVR Speed 12.
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:
| 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4962 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
