1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 208 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2160 mm |
