1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 337 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 400 | Z |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 366 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 72 L |