1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F355 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
