1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 438 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1962 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 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 250 GTO | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 55 L |
