1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 545 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 250 GTO | Altima |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 76 L |
