1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 40 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 197 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 30 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 250 GT | Niva |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 42 L |
