1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 910 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 250 Testarossa | 350Z |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3491 cc |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 76 L |