1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F355 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
