2007 BMW M3 vs. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,961 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1958 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.
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2007 BMW M3 | 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 410 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 4961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |