1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 47 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z. 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 500 Superfast | Z |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |