2009 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Micra | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Nissan | Ferrari |
| Model | Micra | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 86 L |
