2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari Maranello 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 310 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 208 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari Maranello is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari Maranello | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Maranello | Altima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 76 L |
