1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 165 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 250 GTO | Sports |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2160 mm |
