1987 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 106 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT.
Because 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari 412 GT | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 412 GT | Quest |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 76 L |