2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 360 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
