1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 512 TR | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3490 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.4 mm |
| 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 | 1570 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
