1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR 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:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 512 TR | NV |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 106 L |
