2009 BMW 550 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 52 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 38 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 413 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 550 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 4963 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
