1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 355 Spider | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
