1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 365 GT | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
