1975 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (137 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 470 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. 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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (198 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 512 BB | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2393 cc |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 137 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
