2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 317 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Maranello | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1358 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 90 L |
