1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 9 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. Both 1998 Ferrari F355 and 2007 Nissan 350Z are equipped with a 3,496 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (297 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
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, both vehicles can yield 363 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F355 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| 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 |
