1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 360 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 250 GT | 350Z |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |