1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 32 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 133 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 223 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Mondial | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |
