1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 13 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 811 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Testarossa | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
