1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1999 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sunny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1999 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 512 M | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1973 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
