1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara

To start off, 1990 Nissan Pintara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1957 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ferrari 250 GT 1990 Nissan Pintara
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model 250 GT Pintara
Year Released 1957 1990
Engine Size 2953 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 280 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2560 mm


 

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