1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1989 Nissan Pintara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 245 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 250 GTO | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
