1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 136 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 355 Spider | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |
