2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP) has 425 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1987 Nissan Vanette. 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 550 (597 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 550 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2080 mm |
