1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 320 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | SL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4962 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
