2005 BMW 745 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 48 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 75 more horse power than 2005 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 763 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, 2005 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 2005 BMW 745 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. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 745 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 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 | 2010 kg | 1247 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
