1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 34 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Testarossa | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 76 L |
