1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1980 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F40 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
