1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F355 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 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 | 1350 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
