1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 254 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Chevelle | 410 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 68 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |