1997 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (350 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 148 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari Maranello | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Maranello | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| 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 | 1645 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 72 L |
