1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Datsun 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Datsun 1000 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000. 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Datsun | Ferrari |
| Model | 1000 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
