1960 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 2000 Nissan President
To start off, 2000 Nissan President is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan President weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2000 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | 2000 Nissan President | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 256 F1 | President |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3040 mm |
