2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet. 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 360 | Violet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3585 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
