1990 BMW 316 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 33 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 300 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 167 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
