1976 Datsun Violet vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 29 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 940 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Datsun | Ferrari |
| Model | Violet | 612 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 108 L |
