1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 486 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari F40 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | F40 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 1100 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |