1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 400 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2160 mm |
