1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 708 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1956 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 250 GT | FX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
