1998 BMW 729 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1998 BMW 729 is newer by 41 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 219 more horse power than 1998 BMW 729. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 729. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 583 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 729. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 729. 1998 BMW 729 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 729 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 729 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 729 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
