2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 496 kg more than 1980 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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline. 1980 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 575M Maranello | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
