2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 605 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari Maranello | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Maranello | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
