1991 Ferrari 348 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 348 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
