2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 1989 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1989 Nissan Vanette. 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Vanette. 2004 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 612 | 1989 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 612 | Vanette |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |