2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari Maranello | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | Maranello | 350Z |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 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 | 1645 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 76 L |