1985 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 930 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 412 GT | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
