1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 16 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 311 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 267 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Spider | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
