1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 183 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Because 2010 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 400 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
