1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1523 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F40 | NV |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 106 L |
