1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1961 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 390 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 250 GT | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
