1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 671 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Sentra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |