1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mythos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mythos would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 328 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 2011 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Mythos has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Mythos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mythos | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mythos | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1250 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |
