1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cedric is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 250 GT | Cedric |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |