2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 612 | Violet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
