1977 BMW 528 vs. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 18 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 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 214 kg more than 1977 BMW 528. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 528 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
