1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 670 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet. 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Datsun | Ferrari |
| Model | Violet | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
