1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 40 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 207 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 155 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
