2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 599 | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 100 L |
