2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 785 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
