1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 89 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348. 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, 2009 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 348 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 1465 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
