1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 35 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 5 more horse power than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (350 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 97 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 512 BB | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 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 Weight | 1400 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1323 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |
