1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 79 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 2010 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 512 BBi | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |
