1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry 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 262 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 400 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
