1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 17 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 162 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 512 M | NV |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 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 | 1455 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3711 mm |
