1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 817 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 512 BBi | Titan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5556 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 106 L |
