1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 48 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1763 kg more than 1964 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 250 GTO | NV |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 106 L |
