1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 11 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), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 360 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, 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 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F355 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| 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 | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
