2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1983 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Laurel. 1983 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F430 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 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 | 1450 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
