1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 512 BB | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |
