1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1968 Nissan Cedric is newer by 10 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 146 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 25 kg more than 1968 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 250 GT | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
