1967 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1998 Nissan Sentra

To start off, 1998 Nissan Sentra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 650 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Ferrari 365 GT 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 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sentra.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Ferrari 365 GT 1998 Nissan Sentra
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model 365 GT Sentra
Year Released 1967 1998
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4390 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2440 mm


 

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