1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 580 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
