1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1997 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 38 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 131 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 473 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 250 GT | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |