1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 953 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Because 1963 Ferrari 330 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 1963 Ferrari 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
