1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 25 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 161 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 33 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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 308 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
