1979 Datsun 280 vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Datsun 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Datsun 280 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1979 Datsun 280. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1979 Datsun 280. 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun 280. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun 280 | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Datsun | Ferrari |
| Model | 280 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2751 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
