1977 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 135 kg more than 1977 Nissan Cedric. 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Nissan | Ferrari |
| Model | Cedric | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2649 mm |
