1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 586 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 400.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 400 | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 400 | Armada |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 106 L |