1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 22 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, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 246. (196 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 246. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246. 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, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 246. (226 Nm). This means 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 246.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 246 | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
