1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (283 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 126 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (371 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 400 Superamerica | 350Z |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 73 L |