1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 420 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 1964 Ford GT 40 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 1964 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
