1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 126 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Testarossa | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
