1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 123 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 2011 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 512 M 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:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 512 M | 370Z |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3700 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 1455 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |