1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 50 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 873 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 250 GTE | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |