1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Alpina B 10. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1997 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 453 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Alpina | Ferrari |
| Model | B 10 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2600 mm |
