1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1984 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1984 Nissan Silvia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 246 would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 1984 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 246 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
