1995 Ferrari F55 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F55 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F55 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F55 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F55 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1981 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, 1995 Ferrari F55 (759 Nm) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F55 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F55 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1085 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
