1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 157 kg more than 1970 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 512 BB | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
