2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 1998 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Laurel 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 459 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 Nissan Laurel. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Laurel. 1998 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 1998 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
