1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 1984 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lada Niva 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1984 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 250 GTE | Niva |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 43 L |
