1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 49 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1155 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 250 GTO | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 80 L |
