1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 55 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1202 kg more than 1957 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 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2012 Nissan Armada 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. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ferrari 250 GT 2012 Nissan Armada
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model 250 GT Armada
Year Released 1957 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 521 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 2382 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5276 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2014 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3129 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 106 L


 

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