1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 47 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 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 180 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | F430 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4962 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
