1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. 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 F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari F40 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | F40 | 211 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |