1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 204 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F355 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 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 | 1350 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
