1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 54 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 758 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2011 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
Model | 250 GT | Nitro |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 318 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |