2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 25 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 430 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F430 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
