1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1971 Nissan Skyline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 160 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 205 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 250 GTO | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
