2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny 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 458 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 612 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
