1993 Ferrari 456 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 456 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 456 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 456 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
