1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1964 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 214 kg more than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 250 GT | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
