2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1971 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1971 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari F430 | 1971 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | F430 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 466 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |