1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2011 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 400 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 74 L |
