1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (350 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 503 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | F50 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 72 L |