1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 39 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 153 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 584 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, 2005 Nissan Primera, 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 Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 250 GTO | Primera |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2182 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 62 L |