1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Nissan Livina

To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 52 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 130 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Livina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 2011 Nissan Livina
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model 250 GT Livina
Year Released 1959 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 2405 kg
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 114 L 52 L


 

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