2008 BMW 645 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 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 72 more horse power than 2008 BMW 645. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 568 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 645 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
