1995 BMW S3 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 38 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 62 more horse power than 1995 BMW S3. (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 478 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) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | S3 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
