1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 37 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 24 more horse power than 1994 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1994 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 103 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 295 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 | 1350 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
