1972 Chrysler Centura vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Centura 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 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 282 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 132 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Centura. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Centura | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Centura | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
