1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4962 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
