1978 BMW 725 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1978 BMW 725 is newer by 21 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 252 more horse power than 1978 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 725.
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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 725 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 725 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
