1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 310 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 250 GT | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
