1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 51 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 196 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | A3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4962 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
