1991 Ferrari C62 vs. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1991 Ferrari C62 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,368 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari C62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari C62 (588 HP) has 417 more horse power than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari C62 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1991 Ferrari C62.
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, 1991 Ferrari C62 (723 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (235 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari C62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari C62 | 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | C62 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3368 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 588 HP | 171 HP |
| Torque | 723 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
