1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 582 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | F50 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |