2006 BMW 745 vs. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 47 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 71 more horse power than 2006 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 485 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. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 745 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 4962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
