1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 456 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
