1957 Ferrari 246 vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 246 would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 246 (277 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 830 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 246.
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. 1997 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 246 has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 246 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 246 | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 246 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
