1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 691 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400. 2010 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 400 | Armada |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 106 L |