2006 Audi S4 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 49 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 2006 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S4 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
