2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard. 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 Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Enzo | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Enzo | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 658 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
