1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1998 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 1998 Nissan Sentra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.

Because 1966 Ferrari 250 LM 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 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Ferrari 250 LM 1998 Nissan Sentra
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model 250 LM Sentra
Year Released 1966 1998
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3286 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2440 mm


 

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