2008 BMW 335 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 51 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 100 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 188 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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 335 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
