1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 15 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 253 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Javelin | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
