2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (309 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari 360 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 360 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 358 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |