1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 12 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 275 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 250 GT | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
