1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 819 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 370Z |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |